Thunder Over Louisville Street Closures Announced

In conjunction with the Kentucky Derby Festival and “Thunder Over Louisville,” the Jeffersonville Police Department will close the following streets effective at 8:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 21st 2013:– The Market St. exit ramp from I-65 south (Exit 0)– The Court Ave. exit ramp from I-65 north (Exit 0)– W. Court Ave. entrance ramp to I-65 north– W. Court Ave. west of Broadway– Riverside Dr. from Jeffboat west to city limits– Market St. from Mulberry St. west to city limits– North Shore Dr.– Riverpointe Plaza– Fort St. – Clark St.– Missouri Ave. from S. Clark Blvd. to Market St.– All alleys along the floodwall from Jeffboat west to the city limits– 100 block of Walnut St.– 100 block of Locust St– 100 block of Wall St. – 100 block of Spring St.– 100 block of Pearl St– 100 block of Mulberry St.All streets listed will also be designated as No Parking Zones from 7:00 A.M. until streets are opened as well as all city owned property, including but not limited to, the riverbank area and all parking lots under I-65. Residents living in the event area affected by the closures should go to the intersection nearest to their homes and will be allowed entry with proper credentials. The I-65 entrance/exit ramps at Exit 0 are expected to be closed by the Indiana State Police at approximately 7:00 A.M.

As in the past, the City of Jeffersonville prohibits certain items and activities on city property, including city streets, parking lots and the riverbank. These are regulated by City Ordinance 2009-OR-20 and 2010-OR-1, specifically relating to Thunder Over Louisville, as well as all applicable city, state and federal laws. Prohibited items include alcoholic beverages, weapons, pets, open flames, tents, portable buildings, tarps, skateboards, bicycles, motorized scooters, and golf carts, except those used by police, EMS, city officials, or Kentucky Derby Festival personnel.

NO PARKING AREAS

Please have proof of residency with you. Examples are your driver’s license with proper address, a utility bill with proper name and address or vehicle registration with proper name and address. All guests must be accompanied by the home owner in person or have a Jeffersonville Police Department parking pass. ALL VEHICLES MUST BE PARKED ON PERSONAL PROPERTY. All unauthorized vehicles will be cited and towed at the owner’s expense. Your cooperation and patience is necessary for the safety of all attending and residing within the “Event Area”. Once again the Jeffersonville Police Department wishes to thank you for your continued understanding of this ever growing event.